Flagger

JOB SUMMARY

The flagger is responsible for the control of traffic. They are along roads and highways who help traffic keep flowing through a construction zone, despite a shutdown of lanes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Discuss traffic routing plans, type, and location of control points with supervisor
• Distribute traffic control signs and markers along site in designated pattern
• Directs movement of traffic through site, using sign, hand, and flag signals
• Warn construction workers when approaching vehicle fails to heed signals to prevent accident and injury to workers
• Inform drivers of detour routes through constructions sites
• Record license number of traffic control violators for police
• Observe safety and security procedures; determine appropriate action beyond guidelines; report potentially unsafe conditions/ use equipment and materials properly
• Ensure compliance of all safety procedures and policies while promoting company’s safety culture
• Perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or GED required
• At least 1 year experience in highway, bridge, sewer, and road construction

SKILLS / KEY COMPETENCIES

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Exercise discretion and independent judgement when handling day to day information
• Excellent time-management skills to plan, organize, and prioritize tasks and responsibilities to meet deadlines and adjust to changing priorities
• Ability to work cooperatively across all levels delivering on commitments – results oriented
• Ability to complete work with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure to meet department targets and deadlines
• Ability to work non-routine hours, when necessary
• Ability and willingness to travel as required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work outdoors, exposed to heat and humidity, cold and rain, and around heavy traffic areas
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another
• Ability to operate job related tools
• Constantly perform repeating motions that may include feet, leg, wrists, hands and/or fingers
• Work that includes moving and/or lifting objects up to 50 pounds, carry at least 30 pounds and up to 150 pounds with help
• Ability to frequently walk on uneven surfaces, including natural ground in varying weather conditions

Bay Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity Employer